A tornado, strong winds, and rain hit Sioux Falls and the tri-state area Tuesday night into Wednesday morning leaving much destruction behind.

Joann Fabric-Beth Warden KSFY TV

Lots of power lines down in Sioux Falls. Power outages are reported around the city. Some of the destruction just east of 41st and Kiwanis affected Joann Fabrics, Advance Auto Parts, Pizza Ranch, and the Original Pancake House.

OPH-Beth Warden KSFY TV

The National Weather Service reported a spotter visually confirmed a tornado near 85th Street and Minnesota Ave. in Sioux Falls. Damage assessors are determining the power and extent of the Sioux Falls weather event.